Between Duty and Desire - A Short Story
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Last published Sun, Dec 1, 2024
Laiba's life has been carefully planned out-engaged to a childhood friend who expects a traditional life, she's torn between family duty and the spark of something more. When she meets Zaroon, a charming and protective stranger in the breathtaking landscapes of Northern Pakistan, everything she thought she knew about love is put to the test. As their connection deepens, Laiba must decide whether to follow her heart or honor the life others have chosen for her. In a world of tradition and modern desires, can love truly conquer all?
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